almsgivings
- plural of almsgiving.
Example Sentences
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It prescribes prayers, almsgivings, fasting, pilgrimages, and ablutions, besides various rules to be observed in all the domestic and social relations.
From Life of Schamyl And Narrative of the Circassian War of Independence Against Russia by Mackie, John Milton
Many songs deal directly with almsgivings, the ritual of pity.
From Essays in the Study of Folk-Songs (1886) by Martinengo-Cesaresco, Countess Evelyn
Not to his own good works, almsgivings, church-goings, church-buildings.
From The Good News of God by Kingsley, Charles
